Database Administrator, DBA

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Database Administrator managing MSSQL, PostgreSQL, and MySQL environments for Escalent, a data analytics and advisory firm. Optimizing performance, security, backups, and cloud or on-premises deployments.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer, configure, and maintain MSSQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL databases
  • Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexes, and storage structures
  • Manage database roles, privileges, and access controls
  • Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, performance bottlenecks, and outages
  • Collaborate with development teams to optimize database design, stored procedures, and queries
  • Automate database maintenance tasks using scripts and database tools
  • Perform database upgrades, patches, and migrations
  • Support database deployment in cloud and on-premises environments as part of DevOps teams
  • Maintain documentation of database architectures, configurations, and procedures

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience as a Database Administrator
  • Proficiency in MSSQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL administration
  • Strong experience with SQL queries, indexing, stored procedures, and performance tuning
  • Understanding of database security best practices and access controls
  • Experience with backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions
  • Experience with NoSQL databases
  • Familiarity with cloud database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database or similar)
  • Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Certification in database management (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate)